As a postgraduate student studying International Relations at warsaw University, Iam currently completing my MA dissertation. Prior to this l spent nine months gaining practical experience in European Public Affairs, during a paid traineeship at CLAN Public Affairs in Brussels: My primary role at CLAN was to monitor developments in the energy sector at the European Commission, and to prioritise and communicate this information in a clear and concise manner, in line with individual client needs, whilst in Brussels used my strong interpersonal skills to establisn a wide network of contacts, This netwark, combined with my research and analytical skills, enabled me to identify the information citients required rapidly and effectively. My efficiency in this role, as well as my ability to communicate clearly with clients and colleagues, lead to my promotion to team leader after only three months